Understanding Gang Culture is one of the first steps to getting our kids back.

Feel free to browse through the slideshows and videos to familiarize yourself with some of the gang identifiers provided. Please be aware that gang activities, languages, signs, and graffiti can vary widely in different local areas. These are simply examples for your information.

Hand Signs Slideshow
Gang signs demonstrated by gang involved high school students

Gang Hazing
Video taken by gang member on school grounds

Gang "Hang Out"
Video taken in woods adjacent to school grounds

Blood Walk Video
Internet Video
**Music contains profane lyrics**

Gangs in the Military
Internet Video - CBS News File Footage

Dangers of Weapons
Internet Video

Gang News Documentary
News File Footage - (LARGE File)
**Video contains some graphic images**

Clothing Slideshow
Clothing, bandanas, beads, bags, and hats worn by high school students to show gang affliation

Graffiti Slideshow
Graffiti photographed on school grounds and community locations

Tattoos Slideshow
Gang affiliation tattoos photographed on high school students

**Please be aware that all photographs and movies are the property of Streams of Hope unless otherwise noted. If you would like to use one of our photographs or movies, please contact us for written permission.